Product classification
HS code for Polyester fabric: 5407.61
Fabrics, woven, containing 85% or more by weight of non-textured polyester filaments.
Classification of polyester fabric under HS 5407.61
HS code 5407.61 is designated for woven fabrics that are primarily composed of non-textured polyester filaments. To fall under this specific code, the fabric must contain at least 85% polyester filament by weight. Chapter 54 of the Harmonized Tariff Schedule deals with man-made filaments, which are continuous strands of synthetic or artificial polymers. The "non-textured" requirement is a defining characteristic, meaning the filaments have not been subjected to mechanical or thermal treatments—such as twisting, crimping, or air-jet tangling—that would alter their physical appearance or give them bulk. This code is often used for smooth, high-luster fabrics used in linings, flags, or technical applications. The classification process requires a laboratory analysis of the fiber content and a physical inspection of the filament structure to confirm the absence of texturing and the high concentration of polyester.
- Covers
- Woven fabrics of 85% or more non-textured polyester
- Polyester taffeta fabrics
- Smooth polyester lining fabrics
- High-purity polyester filament woven textiles
- Also under 5407.61
- Ripstop by the Roll (some polyester)
- Seattle Fabrics (polyester taffeta)
- Jo-Ann Fabrics (basic polyester)
- Mood Fabrics (polyester linings)
- DUPONT (polyester fibers)
Codes often confused with 5407.61
Common mistake. A common error is classifying these goods under HS code 5407.52, which covers woven fabrics of textured polyester filaments. The physical feel and bulk of the fabric usually distinguish the two. Additionally, it is sometimes confused with HS code 5512, which covers woven fabrics of synthetic staple fibers. Because 5407.61 is specific to filaments (continuous strands), any fabric made from chopped staple fibers must be moved to Chapter 55, regardless of the polyester percentage.
Top exporters and importers of HS 540761 (the code used for polyester fabric), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 540761 (the code used for polyester fabric) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 58% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Vietnam, with about 21% of world imports. Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Figures cover everything classified under HS 540761, not only polyester fabric.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $2.3B 58% of world exports
- 2 Japan $414M 10% of world exports
- 3 South Korea $397M 9.9% of world exports
World total: $4.0B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Vietnam* ~$734M 21% of world imports · partner records ↗
- 2 Bangladesh* ~$215M 6.3% of world imports · partner records ↗
- 3 United Arab Emirates* ~$176M 5.1% of world imports · partner records ↗
World total: $3.4B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
How these figures are built
109 countries reported 2025 trade to UN Comtrade in HS 2022, and their own totals are used. Countries marked * did not, so their figures add up what other countries recorded trading with them, and their exports are valued at buyers' CIF prices. Those estimates miss trade with other non-reporting countries, so they can be low, and a non-reporting country can rank higher than shown or be missing from the list. World totals add both and leave out trade between two non-reporting countries. Figures are in current US dollars; reported imports are mostly valued CIF and exports FOB, and exports include re-exports. The UN Comtrade links show the underlying records; they can also list a few reporters left out here (regional groups and older HS editions).
Source: UN Comtrade (United Nations Statistics Division), 2025 annual data.
Brazil NCM code for polyester fabric
Brazil classifies polyester fabric under NCM 5407.61.00: HS 5407.61 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about polyester fabric
What is the HS code for Polyester fabric?
The HS code for Polyester fabric is 540761 (Fabrics, woven; containing 85% or more by weight of non-textured polyester filaments). The HS code for woven fabric containing 85% or more non-textured polyester filaments is 5407.61.
How do I classify Polyester fabric for customs?
Polyester fabric is classified under HS code 540761 — Fabrics, woven; containing 85% or more by weight of non-textured polyester filaments. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
What defines a non-textured filament in this context?
A non-textured filament is a continuous synthetic strand that has not been crimped, coiled, or looped to add volume or elasticity.
Which countries are the top exporters of polyester fabric (HS 540761)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 540761 (the code used for polyester fabric) in UN Comtrade data were China ($2.3B, 58% of world exports), Japan ($414M) and South Korea ($397M). World exports came to about $4.0B, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Which countries are the top importers of polyester fabric (HS 540761)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 540761 (the code used for polyester fabric) in UN Comtrade data were Vietnam (about $734M, 21% of world imports), Bangladesh (about $215M) and the United Arab Emirates (about $176M). World imports came to about $3.4B, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Is the HS code for Polyester fabric the same in all countries?
The base HS code 540761 for Polyester fabric is internationally standardized for the first 6 digits across 200+ countries. Individual countries may add additional digits for national tariff lines and specific classifications.
What is the NCM code for polyester fabric in Brazil?
In Brazil, polyester fabric (HS 540761) is classified under NCM 5407.61.00.